224 Valkyrie
The world’s best MSR 15 cartridge just got better. Meet three new loads that get more from 224 Valkyrie.
30 Super Carry
Hits like a 9mm Luger. Carries like a 380 Auto. Designed exclusively for defense.
High Over All
More reloads and better patterns for the most elite trap, skeet and sporting clays shooters.
Varmint & Predator
Get the most of rimfire with loads that offer both accuracy and violent expansion on impact.
Hydra-Shok® Component Bullets
The bullet that’s defined self-defense for a generation is now available as a component.
Custom Rifle Ammo
Make precision personal with our wide selection of custom rifle loads.
Hard work. Long nights. Risks of the road. For every reason, now more than ever, choose Federal Premium—Your Partner In Protection.
We’ve simplified self-defense with a new answer for everyday carry.
More powerful defense starts with a payload of copper-plated buckshot engineered to split on impact.
Named Professional Outdoor Media Association’s 2020 Best New Ammunition
Effective self-defense requires ammunition that provides consistent expansion, optimum penetration and superior terminal performance. Choose the Federal Ammunition that defines your purpose.
HST
Hydra-Shok Deep
Syntech Defense
Train + Protect
We all have different paths, but protection is our common bond. Experience the reasons real shooters choose Federal.
With Federal, Sara stays ready to return home to her family after an overnight shift in a world that keeps getting crazier.
The hours are long, but a dedication to family, customers and himself are worth it for James.
For Charles, the road can be a beautiful place, but there are risks—every road and every mile.
An entire life savings and years of hard work. A lifelong dream and commitment to family. Carlos entrusts all of it to Federal.
Federal engineers have harnessed advancements in design, materials and manufacturing to create some of the best 380 Auto and 38 Special +P defensive ammunition ever made.
Heavy clothing is one of the most common barriers a bullet needs to overcome in a self-defense situation. Yet, it’s also what causes most bullets to fail. But not Federal Premium HST and Hydra-Shok Deep. Watch what happens when they go up against competitors in this real-world test.
Our handgun guru gives an inside look at the advantages of the segmenting bullet used in Syntech Defense.
Federal Fact
In the amount of time it took you to read this, another home was burglarized in the U.S.
Federal’s Punch family is growing, and the new 22 LR version is revolutionizing rimfire self-defense ammunition.
Combine movement, cover and a good cadence, and you have the makings of a great drill to help you shoot faster. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich lays out the steps you can follow on your next range day.
Whether it’s a wall in a self-defense situation or a barrier in a competition stage, shooters have a tendency to crowd the cover around which they intend to shoot. Big mistake. Federal ambassador Josh Froelich shows why putting some space between you and the cover will help you shoot more effectively.
Real-world self-defense scenarios often require drawing and shooting with one hand. Federal brand ambassador Josh Froelich explains how to make this concept part of your training routine.
You don’t get to choose the circumstances of a self-defense situation. That’s why Federal brand ambassador Josh Froelich practices drawing from the three most common start positions.
When it comes to effective concealed carry, there is no one-size-fits all option. How you carry and the holster you use depends on the clothes you wear, and business casual presents its own unique challenges. This video from BLACKHAWK! spells out what you need to do.
A lot has changed in the century since many of our most popular handgun cartridges hit the scene. Bullet construction has completely changed the classic caliber debates and left shooters with a surprising answer.
There’s a big difference between being out of sight and out of danger. We explain how to take this into consideration when planning for defense inside and outside your home.
It can be challenging to determine if personal protection is right for you. Our experts walk you through the decision-making process, share tips and suggestions, and provide additional resources to start your journey.
A personalized in-home plan is critical to effectively protect yourself and your family—here’s how to develop one.
He was attacked without warning and stabbed 14 times in his face, throat and hands. But a survivor’s mindset and Federal Premium HST enabled Special Agent Bill Gray to overcome all odds.
Choosing to own firearms for home defense and personal protection is a responsibility, especially with children in the home. Learn how to use firearm safety, proper storage and clear communication to make your home safer.
The shooting sports run on a steady diet of full metal jacket handgun ammunition. But some shooters make the mistake of using it for protection. We break down why FMJs need to stay at the range.
Hydra-Shok ammunition defined self-defense for a generation—now there’s an all-new version of the proven load, and its performance is tallying up an ever-growing list of awards and recognition among personal protection experts.
How we train and practice can make all the difference off the range when it matters most. Champion shooter and Federal ambassador Julie Golob shares her four top steps for keeping your personal protection skills sharp.
Finding the right defensive and training loads is critical for personal protection, and Federal offers a wide range of ammunition tools that will fit your needs and budget.
Whether you’re operating a handgun, shotgun or rifle, responsible firearms ownership and use demands that you carefully and thoughtfully follow the four rules of gun safety.
Never second-guess your right to carry with the USCCA’s concealed carry reciprocity and state gun laws map. It’s easy to use and completely free.
You’ve taken your state-required training and applied for your concealed carry permit. You’re ready to go, right? Wrong! There’s more to concealed carry than getting a CCW permit and strapping a gun on your hip. Learn the top mistakes newcomers make and how to avoid them.
Crime statistics cannot capture the human element of self-defense. Check out these shocking true stories of USCCA Members who were forced into action, and learn the lessons they have to share.